Archive · 14 Aug 2025
Protests Erupt in Gilgit-Baltistan Over Allowances, Shortages
People in Gilgit-Baltistan are protesting about different things.
Police officers want more money, as promised in the budget.
Lawyers are upset because their requests, like getting more judges, haven't been met.
Also, people are facing electricity problems, leading them to block roads in protest.
These protests show that the people are frustrated with the authorities not addressing their issues.
Protests occurred in Gilgit-Baltistan by police, lawyers, and residents over various issues.
Police protested for allowance increases outlined in the 2025-26 budget.
Lawyers protested, boycotting court proceedings due to unfulfilled demands.
Residents protested electricity shortages, blocking the Karakoram Highway.
Police dismissals and unaddressed demands fueled the unrest.
- Who
- Police personnel, lawyers, and local residents.
- What
- Multiple protests concerning police allowances, judicial appointments, and electricity shortages.
- When
- Ongoing as of Thursday, August 2025.
- Where
- Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan-occupied territory.
- Why
- Protests are due to unfulfilled demands, salary issues, and basic services.
Protesters
Government Authorities
Resource Allocation and Government Responsiveness
Protesters
Demand for allowance increases, judicial appointments, and resolution of electricity issues.
Government Authorities
Delayed implementation of budget allowances and addressing citizen needs.
Judicial Appointments and Lawyers Safety
Protesters
Advocates for judges to be appointed, Lawyers Protection Act to be expanded to GB.
Government Authorities
Lack of fulfillment of demands.
- Location
- Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB)
- Protests
- Police, Lawyers, Residents
- Police Demand
- Allowance Increase
- Lawyers Demand
- Judicial appointments, Lawyers Protection Act
- Resident Protest
- Electricity Shortage
- Highway Blocked
- Karakoram Highway